Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries
Crisp sweet potato wedges coated in a sticky-sweet honey-sriracha glaze for a playful, crowd-pleasing side dish. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 40 minutes pairs large (about 1.5 lbs) Sweet potatoes, Olive oil, Salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 large (about 1.5 lbs) Sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Cut 2 large sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick wedges and place in a large bowl. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; toss until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potato wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
- Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sriracha, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder in a small bowl. After 20 minutes of baking, brush wedges with honey-sriracha mixture and return to oven for 5-7 minutes until caramelized and sticky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Honey-Sriracha Glazed Sweet Potato Fries?
American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 30-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
